A FOURTEEN-YEAR-OLD boy has been questioned on suspicion of criminal damage after car wing mirrors were kicked.

Police received reports of children damaging cars, by kicking their wing mirrors, in Prescot on Friday, October 13.

As part of an ongoing investigation into the incident and wider anti-social behaviour in the area, officers from the Knowsley Neighbourhood Team identified, traced and interviewed a 14-year-old boy on suspicion of criminal damage yesterday (Wednesday).

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Police have fired out a warning to parents ahead of Bonfire Night to check where their children are over this period.

Knowsley Neighbourhood Inspector, Mark Berry said, "In the run-up to this Bonfire Night we are, sadly, coming into contact with young people we’ve never had dealings with before.

"Their parents have expressed genuine shock, sadness and disappointment when we’ve had to make contact with them about what their children have done.

"Having to bring kids into custody is not something we ever want to have to do – it’s an incredibly stressful environment for them, and equally upsetting for their parents who we also have to bring in.

"Please talk to the young people in your care. Check up on where they are and who they’re with. We don’t want to see them, or you, in custody."

"Not an emergency, but need help or advice?

"Use our instant messaging digital options.

"You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at https://orlo.uk/qBIBv".